Associate Vice Chancellor for Civil Rights Programming and Services

The California State UniversityLong Beach, CA, USA

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Position Information

The Associate Vice Chancellor for Civil Rights Programming and Services is responsible for leading a team that provides centralized strategic planning, oversight, support, and resources to the CSU’s university-level Title IX and other civil rights offices. The AVC will also oversee a team that is responsible for CSU’s compliance with laws and policies governing Equal Employment Opportunities and whistleblower (including whistleblower retaliation) complaints including responding to complaints that are investigated by the Chancellor’s Office and providing support, guidance and oversight to appropriate administrators at the CSU’s 23 universities.

This position is approved for telecommuting (two days telecommuting, three days in office (in-person)) with onsite work at the main headquarters located in Long Beach, California.

Key Responsibilities :

Strengthen Systemwide Civil Rights Operations

Build upon an established framework to ensure humanity-centered policies and practices, and oversight for campus Civil Rights offices, including case management, training, prevention, and data analysis.

Provide Strategic Leadership & Best Practices

Shape and communicate a systemwide civil rights vision that strengthens CSU oversight, fosters shared governance, and supports collaboration with university presidents and other senior leaders, the Academic Senate, and the Board of Trustees. Collaborate with CSU’s Office of General Counsel to align systemwide policies with federal and state legal requirements, integrating best practices in equity and compliance.

Support & Develop Systemwide Civil Rights Professionals

Lead a team of senior directors and specialists, providing expertise and oversight for Title IX, Discrimination, Harassment and Retaliation (DHR), and whistleblower programs while ensuring effective campus-level implementation.

Support the CSU Mission

Lead humanity-centered civil rights and whistleblower compliance efforts that uphold federal and California laws while fostering a caring, inclusive culture grounded in fairness, free speech, and academic freedom.

Advance Education, Prevention & Reporting

Direct systemwide training, prevention initiatives, and campus climate assessments, and represent CSU to state and federal agencies, media, and stakeholders through reports and public engagement.

Lead Systemwide Compliance & Oversight

Oversee and enhance CSU’s compliance with Title IX, nondiscrimination, and whistleblower laws, ensuring a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment across 23 universities

Oversee Investigations & Risk Management

Ensure effective response and resolution of systemwide whistleblower and civil rights matters, proactively identifying areas of risk and providing strategic guidance to prevent compliance issues.

Qualifications

This position requires :

Master's degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Minimum of 10 years of related experience, including extensive experience in Title IX, equity, equal opportunity, and civil rights compliance and programming, including education, prevention, training, policy and practice development and administration, supportive measures, accommodations, investigations, and resolutions related to discrimination and harassment.

Demonstrated expertise in implementing compliance requirements through the lens of care and respect.

Demonstrated experience in interacting effectively with members of the community from diverse backgrounds.

Extensive experience supervising a team of professionals.

Preferred Qualifications

Juris Doctor (JD) or other doctoral degree.

Experience in a higher education, judicial, or regulatory compliance setting highly preferred.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Leadership & Strategy – Proven ability to set strategic direction, develop policies, and lead systemwide initiatives in civil rights, Title IX, and compliance.

Legal & Compliance Expertise – Extensive knowledge of federal and California civil rights laws, including Title IX, Title VI, Title VII, ADA, Clery Act, VAWA, and FERPA.

Collaboration & Influence – Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with executive leadership, legal teams, campus administrators, and external stakeholders.

Team Management – Experience leading and supervising multidisciplinary teams, including regional directors, Title IX Coordinators, and investigators.

Communication & Advocacy – Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to train, present, and engage with diverse audiences at all levels.

Problem-Solving & Risk Management – Ability to assess and mitigate risk, oversee investigations, and implement solutions that align with compliance best practices.

Judgment & Integrity – Sound decision-making skills with the ability to exercise independent judgment, uphold confidentiality, and maintain objectivity.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion – Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse communities and foster an inclusive, equity-driven culture.

Flexibility & Travel – Ability to travel throughout California and work outside of normal business hours when needed.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Expertise in higher education civil rights compliance, including Title IX, discrimination law, and case management systems.

Experience in professional development and training on civil rights and investigations.

Knowledge of data-driven assessment practices, including campus climate surveys and compliance reporting.

Familiarity with CSU’s mission and vision, and experience in a higher education, government compliance, or regulatory setting.

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